Learn how to properly display a flag on a boat. By no means are mariners forced to display an American flag on a boat, but if you do this is the boat flag etiquette that you should follow. Boats have two different U.S. flag options when sailing on American waters... Read more
It is known internationally that flying a flag at half-staff is a symbol of respect, mourning or distress. The half-staff days in the United States can be on scheduled dates or during impromptu national events. There are also half-staff days in foreign countries. However, there are some national flags that... Read more
It is known internationally that half-staff, or half-mast, is a symbol of respect, mourning or distress. The half-staff days in the United States can be on scheduled dates or during impromptu national events. But what about half-staff flag days in other countries throughout the world? When do other countries lower... Read more
As you know, the U.S. flag can be displayed in a number of ways. There is also different flag etiquette depending on the specific occasion. There is general display, half-staff, and even parade etiquette on how to display the U.S. flag. Here are a few guidelines to follow when marching... Read more
A storm warning is issued by the United States National Weather Service when dangerous winds are occurring or predicted to occur soon. Storm warning flags in the United States are red square flags with a smaller black square occupying the center of the flag. Gale warning flags are a plain red pennant shaped... Read more
What The International Code of Signals is an international system of codes and signals that can be sent by flag, lamp, blinkers, or radio. The code has an established alphabet with all 26 letters and ten digits. It also has a spoken form of the alphabet, which helps differentiate between... Read more
There are always traditional ways to display the U.S. flag, or any flag for that matter. You can attach it to a wall, hang it from a flag pole, or carry it during a parade (link to blog post). But what if you want to be different from the norm?... Read more
Similar to flying the American flag at half-staff, folding the American flag has become a custom among military members at various special events. The flag folding ceremony has been described as “an uplifting way to honor the flag on special days.” Typically these special days include; Memorial Day, Veterans Day,... Read more
With the colder months of winter approaching, you might be wondering what to do with your outdoor flags. Obviously, the wear and tear of harsh winter winds and blistering cold temperatures are not an ally to your outdoor flags. Should you leave them be, bring them inside, or retire them... Read more
More than 40 years after its disappearance, stolen American flag reappears at local VFW along with an apology letter. Members of Truax-Longmire VFW Post 8483 received a typical package in the mail back in October 2012, but the contents inside surprised them all. The Post receives thousands of U.S. flags... Read more